{"product_id":"ancient-greece-and-wine-bernardo-musumeci-9798262136759","title":"Ancient Greece and Wine: A Millennial Legacy","description":"Introduction: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAncient Greece as the cradle of western viticulture.\u003cbr\u003eImportance of wine in the culture, religion and economy of Ancient Greece.\u003cbr\u003eInfluence of Ancient Greece on wine production in the modern world. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eViticulture in Ancient Greece: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOrigins and mythology of wine: Dionysus and the legends about the discovery of wine.\u003cbr\u003eExpansion of viticulture: from mainland Greece to islands and colonies.\u003cbr\u003eViticultural practices: cultivation, pruning, harvesting.\u003cbr\u003eTypes of vines and grape varieties cultivated in ancient times.\u003cbr\u003eTools and techniques used in production.\u003cbr\u003eThe role of gods and heroes in wine culture. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWine Production in Ancient Greece: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWinemaking methods: pressing, fermentation, storage.\u003cbr\u003eTypes of wines produced: red, white, rosé, sweet.\u003cbr\u003eUse of additives and conservation techniques.\u003cbr\u003eWine vessels and containers: amphorae, craters, kylix.\u003cbr\u003eThe importance of wine at banquets and symposiums. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWine in Greek Society: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWine in everyday life: consumption, commerce, offerings.\u003cbr\u003eWine laws and regulations.\u003cbr\u003eWine in literature, poetry and philosophy.\u003cbr\u003eRepresentations of wine in art and iconography.\u003cbr\u003eWine as a symbol of social status and power. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe Greek Influence on the World of Wine: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSpread of viticulture and production techniques to other regions.\u003cbr\u003eContributions to the classification and designation of origin of wines.\u003cbr\u003eCultural and philosophical heritage related to wine.\u003cbr\u003eImpact of Ancient Greece on modern oenology. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eGlossary of Terms: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDefinitions of terms related to viticulture, oenology and wine culture in Ancient Greece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Bernardo Musumeci\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798262136759\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/25\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 76\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.23lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.20d","brand":"Bernardo Musumeci","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48852621295871,"sku":"9798262136759","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/ancient-greece-and-wine-bernardo-musumeci-9798262136759","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}